I love anything outdoors; hiking, camping, kayaking, long drives, rock hounding, etc
I love to travel, I feel there is no way to truly learn about other countries other than actually visiting
Michelle McGonigle
Chandler
Summary
Dedicated and skilled Certified Surgical Technologist and Nursing Student from Brookline College, adept in clinical judgment and infection control standards. Excelled in patient care, achieving high-quality outcomes through effective collaboration and advocacy. Demonstrated proficiency in medication administration and patient assessments, ensuring privacy and confidentiality. Proven leader in driving successful patient recoveries and promoting health.
Attentive and focused healthcare professional offering 25 years of hands-on experience in hospital environments. Successful in quickly building rapport with patients and families. Highly proficient in patient care, assessments, medication administration, and health education.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Driven Surgical Technologist offering 16 years of experience in ambulatory and hospital settings. Well-versed in sports medicine, total joint replacement, general surgery and plastic surgery procedures. Proven leader and instrumental in developing new total joint replacement programs and educating staff on new policies, procedures, and equipment. Eager to take next career step with growing organization offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Full Time Nursing Student/Certified Surgical Technologist
Brookline College
08.2007 - Current
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Collaborated with other health care professionals to establish optimal patient care.
- Cleaned and treated wounds to avoid infection and provide protection.
- Monitored patient health status to detect changes and unusual patterns and report to medical staff.
- Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results to gather information on patients.
- Bathed, changed and fed patients suffering from discomfort, ailments and disabilities to provide extra assistance and care.
- Participated in skills lab simulations to further develop nursing skills.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Education
Certified Surgical Technologist - Surgical Technology
Lamson College
Tempe08-2009
Skills
- Infection control standards
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Health promotion
- Clinical judgment
- Basic nursing care
- Medication administration
- Quality of care standards
- Mobility assistance
- Patient feeding
- Task prioritization
- Medical documentation
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient monitoring
- Catheter care
- ADL assistance
- Vitals monitoring
Additional Information
One of the attributes that I pride myself most on, would be treating patients with the care and compassion they deserve. I believe it is so critical for a patients success is maintaining their dignity, worth, and their contributions to the world around them.
Interests
Timeline
Full Time Nursing Student/Certified Surgical Technologist
Brookline College
08.2007 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist - Surgical Technology
Lamson College
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